Every week we’ll round up some of the best recipes, food writing, cooking tricks and drinking tips that every college student should know about. Here’s what’s cooking in virtual kitchens around the web this week.

Need some last minute holiday meal ideas while you’re home over winter break? Look no further!

— Melissa Tovin, Small Kitchen College Contributor

**SKC Picks**

The only thing better than potato latkes are potato latkes with a little variety. I love the idea of adding some parsnips to the mix and getting these Potato Parsnip Latkes with Horseradish and Dill.

Gingerbread screams holiday time, and this classic version with stout is sure to be a favorite at any holiday table.

You need a nice warm drink to keep you cozy after a holiday meal and meyer lemon hot toddies will do the trick while also being fresh and delicious!

Do something a little different and add gougères to the holiday menu with 101 cookbooks’ recipes for gougères that can be easily frozen or made right away.

And of course you have to check out BGSK’s list of the 10 best christmas cookies and make at least five of them!